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Bonmatí Back at Full Strength as Spain Eye First Women’s Euro Semi-Final

Spain’s midfield star will start Friday’s quarter-final against Switzerland in Bern after declaring herself fully fit

Soccer Football - UEFA Women's Euro 2025 - Group B - Italy v Spain - Stadion Wankdorf, Bern, Switzerland - July 11, 2025 Spain's Aitana Bonmati in action REUTERS/Matthew Childs/File Photo
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Overview

  • Aitana Bonmatí recovered fully from a viral meningitis scare that put her in hospital days before Euro 2025 began.
  • She featured in all group-stage games as Spain matched a tournament record with 14 goals scored in the opening round.
  • The two-time Ballon d’Or winner says she is “100% fit” and mentally stronger following her ordeal.
  • Spain remain unbeaten table-toppers and travel to Bern to face hosts Switzerland in Friday’s quarter-final.
  • A victory would secure Spain a place in their first Women’s Euro semi-final, with France or Germany awaiting in the last four.